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Obama's Police State

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:04:16 GMT

clipped by: sillysam
clipper's remarks: The campaign did, however, issue an “Obama Action Wire” that encouraged supporters to contact the program (telephone information was provided) and use scripted “talking points” to disrupt Kurtz’s appearance, which it deemed “unacceptable.” As the Politico’s Ben Smith reported, the campaign also urged supporters to demand that Rosenberg scrap the appearance of Kurtz, whom the campaign libeled as a “smear-merchant” and a “slimy character assassin.” The rant was reminiscent of the work of the left-wing media “watch-dog” Media Matters for America.

Clip Source: article.nationalreview.com

The CAC records, said to comprise 70 linear feet of files, have long been maintained at the library of the UIC, the public university where Ayers teaches. This summer, Kurtz made an appointment to review them and, after being assured access, was blocked from seeing them by library administrators, who stammered about needing permission from the “donor” — whom they declined to identify. Kurtz energetically raised public awareness to the stonewalling, and the library finally relented this week. That is, as Barack Obama prepares to accept the Democrats’ nomination tonight, the records of his only significant executive experience just became available for review on Tuesday.

Kurtz began his review, and on Wednesday was invited on Milt Rosenberg’s radio program to discuss it

The Obama campaign — which has emissaries appearing everywhere — declined Rosenberg’s invitation to have a representative appear on the program and respond to Kurtz’s factual assertions.

10 Things That Increase Your Intelligence

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 07:55:03 GMT

clipped by: digitalfever

Clip Source: www.accrediteddldegrees.com

We’re often told that there are three styles of learning and that the way in which we learn new things can fall into one of three areas: Behaviorism, which is the process of learning through the observation of something else, or “seeing it”. Cognitivism, which focuses on brain-based learning and memory-related information. Finally, there’s constructivism, which is learning through “building” new ideas based on one’s own experience, or “learning through doing”. However, these are really just the three main philosophical frameworks from which all learning theories are derived. In reality, there are around 80 different learning theories with other theories branching out from those. This article aims to clarify and to look at in more detail, the ideas behind a number of the more popular and commonly talked about theories of how we learn and why.

Tags: 10 things, intelligence, learning, leftbrain, rightbrain

Anatomy of a Hit : The Dark Knight

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:56:43 GMT

clipped by: weBLiner

Clip Source: www.hollywoodreporter.com

Anatomy of a Hit: 'The Dark Knight'

$871.5 million

Worldwide boxoffice cume

$489.4 million
Domestic boxoffice cume

(second highest ever)

$158.4 million

Opening weekend (best ever)

$49.8 million

Worldwide Imax gross (highest ever)

34%

Percentage of Imax viewers seeing the film for at least the second time

18
Days to reach the $400 million domestic benchmark (fastest ever)

Sources: Nielsen EDI, Imax Corp. and THR research; figures as of Sunday night

fotas

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 13:55:51 GMT

clipped by: eduardojf

Clip Source: forums.vwvortex.com

^^ nice add. seeing her grip that...err nevermind

my space

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Meet The New Lara Croft

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:00:28 GMT

clipped by: Homonculus
clipper's remarks: With the upcoming release of Tomb Raider Underworld, we can say goodbye to Angelina Jolie, and say hello to the all new Lara Croft model, former gymnast Alison Carroll.

Clip Source: www.thehotmag.com

Seeing the pictures this woman is definitely hotter than Angelina Jolie, but doesn't have bigger boobs than Keeley Hazell and the sweetness of Miranda Kerr which Angelina kinda had it.

Here is what she says for this opportunity:

This is a fantastic opportunity and I am really looking forward to embracing Lara's world. I still can't believe they chose me to take on the role of Lara – and I can't wait to get stuck in. This is my dream job – I have always wanted to be an action hero and hope to be able to use my gymnastic ability to perform all of Lara's stunts. It is slightly daunting but I am really excited at the same time.

Check out the full gallery and don't miss the video interview.

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Tags: celebrity, celebrities, sexy, hot, movie, cinema, film, entertainment, lara croft, tomb raider

Plant Seeds of Healing

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 06:02:55 GMT

clipped by: mrobert
clipper's remarks: Kim Painter in USA Today article on the health benefits of working in a garden

Clip Source: www.usatoday.com

While it may be basic and even old-fashioned, using gardening as a health care tool is blossoming. New or refurbished hospitals, rehabilitation centers and nursing homes increasingly come equipped with "healing" or "therapeutic" gardens where patients and staff can get away from sterile, indoor surroundings. Many also offer patients a chance to get their hands dirty and their minds engaged in the nurturing work of plant care. "It really is a national movement," says Teresia Hazen, coordinator of a pioneering therapeutic gardening program at Legacy Health System in Portland, Ore. The five-hospital system includes seven gardens.

Just strolling through a garden or, for that matter, seeing one out your window, can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and ease pain, studies show. Get out there and start digging, and the benefits multiply.

Tags: health

Illusions : As Seen Thru Our Eyes

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:59:24 GMT

clipped by: klippety
clipper's remarks: The window to our soul. When we look we see the things that we do not want to see sometimes. A deep gaze into someones eyes will tell us more than words. Are we really seeing? Or merely looking?

Clip Source: www.sciam.com

Illusions: The Eyes Have It

Eye gaze is critically important to humans, as social primates. Maybe that's why illusions involving eyes are so compelling.

The eyes are the windows to the soul. This fact is why we ask people to look us in the eye and tell us the truth. Or why we get worried when someone gives us the evil eye or has a wandering eye. Our everyday language is full of expressions that refer to where people around us are looking. Particularly if they happen to be looking in our direction.

As social primates, humans are very interested in determining the direction of gaze of other humans. It’s important for evaluating their intentions, and critical for forming bonds and negotiating relationships. Lovers stare for long stretches into each other’s eyes, and infants focus intently on the eyes of their parents. Very young babies look at simple representations of faces (such as smileys) for longer than they look at similar cartoonish faces in which the eyes

have been scrambled.

rejection

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 21:22:53 GMT

clipped by: angiepants85

Clip Source: www.chaosmatrix.org

Herbert A. Millington
Chair - Search Committee
412A Clarkson Hall, Whitson University
College Hill, MA  34109

Dear Professor Millington,

Thank you for your letter of March 16.  After careful consideration, I
regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me
an assistant professor position in your department. 

This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually
large number of rejection letters.  With such a varied and promising field
of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals. 

Despite Whitson's outstanding qualifications and previous experience in
rejecting applicants, I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at
this time.  Therefore, I will assume the position of assistant professor
in your department this August.  I look forward to seeing you then. 

Best of luck in rejecting future applicants.

Sincerely,
Chris L. Jensen

The Ultimate Rejection Letter

George Orwell Diaries

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 01:35:58 GMT

clipped by: bjkeltz
clipper's remarks: pretty inside look at the man

Clip Source: orwelldiaries.wordpress.com

‘When one reads any strongly individual piece of writing, one has the impression of seeing a face somewhere behind the page’, wrote George Orwell, in his 1939 essay on Charles Dickens.

Tags: george orwell, diaries

First Look: Tracy Reese Spring 2009 collection.

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:33:21 GMT

clipped by: pitim

Clip Source: myitthings.com

Tracy Reese will be showwing her Spring 2009 collection on Sunday, September 7 at The Promenade at Bryant Park and I just got the first peak at what we'll be seeing on her runway!

The collection is an ethereal progression of nature through the seasons with delicate, yet sophisticated pieces that emanate modern romance. Pastel prints inspired by Japanese art feature chrysanthemums and hazy blue skies while structured leather is softened with touches of leaf appliqué. Relaxed and draped silhouettes feature hues of a sumptuous green garden that are intensified with Van Gogh inspired prints of the same palette.

Is Seeing Into the Future More Than an Optical Illusion?

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 23:57:22 GMT

clipped by: edwardmasen9
clipper's remarks: Do you believe in the ability to see into the future? Well, it turns out that we all might be able to see the future -- at least a few fractions of a second into the future.

Clip Source: brainblogger.com

Most humans do not have the power to predict the future, but we can see it. At least we can see one-tenth of a second of it. The May-June issue of the journal Cognitive Science published a review by Mark Changizi of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, claiming that the human visual system has evolved to allow us to see fractions of a second into the future.

Tags: cognitive, delay, distance, future, optical, perception, present, science, second, system

Drug War Bloating Police And Prison "Industries."

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:33:26 GMT

clipped by: Kauaiguy
clipper's remarks: What ever happened to the days of Andy of Mayberry? Today's law enforcement officers are dressing up like paramilitary thugs in some futuristic sci-fi where "if you ain't cop, you're little people."

Clip Source: www.enterstageright.com

Drug war very effective -- at bloating police, prison 'industries'

Seeing a new source of funds for local police equipment, staff and operations, "Every congressman has raised their hand and said, 'I need relief from this problem, too,' " explains UCLA public policy professor Mark A.R. Kleiman.

Tags: police, drugs, law, justice, politics, corruption

Rejection Letter

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:47:41 GMT

clipped by: esthereg

Clip Source: www.chaosmatrix.org

The Ultimate Rejection Letter

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Herbert A. Millington Chair - Search Committee 412A Clarkson Hall, Whitson University College Hill, MA 34109 Dear Professor Millington, Thank you for your letter of March 16. After careful consideration, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept your refusal to offer me an assistant professor position in your department. This year I have been particularly fortunate in receiving an unusually large number of rejection letters. With such a varied and promising field of candidates, it is impossible for me to accept all refusals. Despite Whitson's outstanding qualifications and previous experience in rejecting applicants, I find that your rejection does not meet my needs at this time. Therefore, I will assume the position of assistant professor in your department this August. I look forward to seeing you then. Best of luck in rejecting future applicants.

Going to the next level

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 07:12:22 GMT

clipped by: spooba
clipper's remarks: Training camps over it's time to go to the next level.Congrats on the Int looking forward to seeing more or that in the near feature when it start to count.

Clip Source: chargers.com

Monday Training Camp: Antoine Cason

After practice Monday rookie CB Antoine Cason talks to the media about his first NFL interception in Saturday's preseason game.

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Tags: cason, training camo, preseason interception

Goldberg Flashback on Biden

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:18:01 GMT

clipped by: bmeuppls
clipper's remarks: Cont...Listening to him speechify is like playing an intellectual game of whack-a-mole where every now and then the fuzzy head of a good point pops up from the tundra but before you can pin it down, he starts talking about how he went to the store and saw a squirrel on the way and it was brown which brings to mind Brown V. Board of Ed which most people don't understand because [TEETH FLASH] he taught Brown in his law school course and [TEETH FLASH] Mr. Chairman I'm going to get right to it and besides these aren't the droids you're looking for..

Welcome to the Dark Side...

Clip Source: corner.nationalreview.com

He says interesting things, from time to time. I think he makes a fair point here and there. He was correct, for example, that Congress needed to have a real deabte over the war. I think he has some obvious verbal intelligence. But, again, what's fascinating — and what might be distracting some folks from seeing his underlying-yet-occassional smarts — is that he lets his ego and vanity get in the way. The man loves his voice so much, you'd expect him to be following it around in a grey Buick, in defiance of restraining order, as it walks home from school. He seems to think his teeth are some kind of hypnotic punctuation marks which can momentarily disorient the listener and absolve him from any of Western civilization's usual imperatives to stop talking.